Dixon ZTR 2300 Bedienungsanleitung

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IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLY The Dixon ® ZTR ® Mower is both easy and fun to operate. However, any power mower must be operated properly to be safe. It is not a toy or a recreational vehicle. Before you start to use the mower, read the operator’s manual carefully and become completely familiar with the controls. The information contained in this [...]

3 INDEX Page Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12 Warranty Policy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Seat Adjustment Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Controls. .[...]

4 RIDING LAWN MOWERS, IF IMPROPERLY OPERATED, CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. The most common causes of injury to the operator or bystander... ...read and understand this manual to prevent injuries. BLADE CONTACT TIP OVER RUN OVER BACK OVER SAFETY[...]

5 Safety Alert Symbol When you see this symbol, BE ALERT to the potential for injury. DANGER (highlighted in red) indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING (highlighted in orange) indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serio[...]

6 Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. GENERAL OPERATION: •Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the mower before starting. •Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the mower. •Clear the area of objects such as rocks[...]

7 GENERAL OPERATION (continued) : •Turn off blades when not mowing. •Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute. •Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. •Do not operate the mower while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. •Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. •Use extra care when loa[...]

8 SAFETY SLOPE OPERATION: Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes requires extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it! DO Mow across the slope with your Dixon ZTR - never up or down. Remove obstacles such as roc[...]

9 SAFETY SLOPE OPERATION (continued): DO (continued): Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly down the slope. If front wheels lift off the ground, pull the levers back to stabilize the mower. DO NOT Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if[...]

10 SERVICE: •Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. Use only an approved container. Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke while refueling. Never refuel the mower indoors. Never store the mower or fuel container inside a [...]

11 SERVICE (continued): •Never run a mower inside a closed area. The exhaust fumes are toxic. •Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially blade attachment bolts, and keep equipment in good condition. •Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. •Keep mower free of grass, leaves, or other debris buildup. Clean up oil[...]

12 SAFETY CHILDREN: Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are attracted to lawn mowers and the mowing activity. NEVER assume children will stay where they were last seen. Be alert to avoid accidents. •Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adu[...]

13 DIXON LIMITED W ARRANTY POLICY Pro Models 1950 ~ 2300 ~ 2560 DIXON ZTR MOWERS ARE W ARRANTED AGAINST DEFECTS IN MA TERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP AND PROVIDES FOR REPLACEMENT OR REP AIR OF P ARTS INCLUDING LABOR COSTS. THIS WARRANTY IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AND LIMIT A TIONS. 1. Home Owner Application: Dixon Pro Model used only at owner?[...]

14 SPECIFICATIONS Model ZTR 1950 and 2300 CHASSIS: 11 GA - rectangular tube SEAT: Designed for operator comfort by use of high-density closed cell foam padded back and arm rests, upholstered with Cordura TM water- repellent fabric. Seat is adjustable fore and aft. Mounted on operator suspension system. MOWER DECK: Two deck s are available. The 60?[...]

15 SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS Models 1950 & 2300 1 . Grasp seat slide adjuster and move it into adjustment position. 2 . Slide seat forward or backward. 3 . Release seat slide adjuster.[...]

16 CONTROLS CONTROL LEVERS Note: For access to the seat, move control levers to neutral position and swing them outward. TO GO FORWARD: • From neutral position, gently push both control levers forward. • To increase speed, move levers further forward. TO GO BACKWARD: • From neutral position, gently pull both control levers toward you. TURNING[...]

17 CONTROLS CHOKE CONTROL LEVER: • Located on control panel to operator’s right. • Used to start a cold engine. THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER: • Located on control panel to operator’s right. • Controls engine speed, slow to maximum. • While moving, throttle control should be set to MAXIMUM for wide open setting to insure adequate cooling of [...]

18 CONTROLS PARKING BRAKE: The parking brake is designed to hold the mower from moving and is not intended for use in stopping the mower while it is in motion. CAUTION Engage parking brake before starting engine. TO SET PARKING BRAKE: The hand operated brake is located at the left hand side of the mower. To engage brake, pull lever up (to the rear)[...]

19 CONTROLS MOWER DECK CUT HEIGHT LIFT LEVER: •Located to the right and front of operator. •Controls the cutting height. •Eight positions of adjustment. •Depress trigger and move lever forward to lower deck. •Depress trigger and pull lever back to raise deck. NOTE: Always use high position for transport. BLADE DRIVE: •Located on control[...]

20 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS The safe and successful operation of the 1950 or 2300 Series will depend upon the operator having the correct knowledge of all controls used on the mower and making good judgements about the terrain to be mowed. NEVER allow anyone to operate the mower without complete knowledge of all the controls and their functions. Duri[...]

21 BEFORE OPERATING MOWER: 1. Read and observe all safety instructions on your mower and in the manual. 2. Read engine manufacturer’s operating and maintenance instructions. 3. Discuss proper maintenance with your dealer. 4. Check engine oil. 5. Check fuel cap to be sure it is in place. 6. Be sure parking brake is on. 7. Be sure mower blade drive[...]

22 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS TO FREE WHEEL MACHINE (UNLOCK TRANSMISSION): Always turn off engine before engaging or disengaging the hydro release (free wheel) valves. Never attempt to move the valves with the engine running. The hydro release valves are located beneath the seat, on the front side of the hydro pumps. To access the release valves, lift [...]

23 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS TESTING OF SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMS: Do not operate mower if safety switches are not operating properly. PARKING BRAKE SWITCH TEST: a) Place parking brake in OFF position. b) Turn ignition switch to START. ENGINE SHOULD NOT TURN OVER OR ATTEMPT TO START! BLADE DRIVE SWITCH TEST: a) Place parking brake in ON position. b) En[...]

24 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS SIDE DISCHARGE OF THE CLIPPINGS: In order to achieve optimum performance when side discharging the grass clippings, please read and follow the tips listed below. Additional information can be found in the troubleshooting guide. CAUTION Be sure that the deflector is properly installed on the discharge chute. 1. Set engine s[...]

25 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS GRASS HEIGHT AND CUTTING SUGGESTIONS: Do not attempt to cut grass when it is wet. If the grass is tall, place the mower deck cut height lever in the top or second notch. “Initially” overlap cutting swaths instead of a full swath with each pass. Some applications may require a second cutting. As a rule of thumb, never c[...]

26 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION Do not operate the engine in an enclosed area due to the harmful exhaust gas produced. STARTING INSTRUCTIONS (cold engine): 1. Position choke control in “on” position. 2. Position throttle control at 1/2 speed setting. 3. Insert ignition key and turn to “start” position. When engine starts, release ignition[...]

27 STARTING INSTRUCTIONS (engine has been operated): 1. Move throttle control to 1/4 to 1/2 setting. 2. Insert ignition key and turn to “start” position. When engine starts, release ignition key. Key will return to “run” position. 3. Move throttle control to “fast” position. Note: Engine may require partial choke setting to start even i[...]

28 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS MOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT: Mulching or recycling the grass clippings requires a totally different mowing approach than would be normal when side discharging or bagging the grass. There may be instances or conditions where it is not possible to hide all of the recycled or mulched clippings. In order to achieve the b[...]

29 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS MOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT (continued): 6. Keep the Underside Of The Mower Deck Clean. Remove all grass and dirt build-up from the underside of the pan, the baffles and deflectors after each use. 7. Alternate mower direction. This will evenly disperse the mulched grass clippings over the lawn for even fertilization.[...]

30 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS MOWING WITH A GRASS CATCHER ATTACHMENT: In order to achieve optimum performance when mowing with a grass catching attachment, please read and follow the tips listed below. 1. Set engine speed control to the wide open or full setting. Allow engine, mower deck and blower to reach full RPM before attempting to mow. 2. Do Not [...]

31 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS MOWING WITH A GRASS CATCHER ATTACHMENT (continued): 7. Operate the mower at a slower ground speed than when mowing without a grass catching attachment. 8. Some mowing applications/use of grass catchers may require that an optional weight box be fitted to the mower to counter the weight of grass in the bags. Please consult [...]

32 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS DECK ROLLERS (60” deck): Purpose: The spring loaded deck rollers located at the front corners of the 60” mower deck are designed as an aid to limit turf scalping when mowing on uneven ground. Height: Normal height settings as installed at the factory allows each roller to ride slightly above the turf. This setting shou[...]

33 CARE AND MAINTENANCE CAUTION Before performing any maintenance, turn off engine, allow to cool & remove key. Use extreme care when working on machinery. Do not wear watch or jewelry. Do not wear loose fitting clothes, and observe all common safety practices with tools. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE • Adjust traction drive idler.....................[...]

34 CARE AND MAINTENANCE ENGINE: For complete maintenance and operating information of the engine, please refer to the maintenance instructions furnished by the engine manufacturer and included in your Zero Turn Radius mower information packet. BATTERY: • This is a maintenance-free battery and the fluid level cannot be checked. •Charge battery i[...]

35 CARE AND MAINTENANCE CUTTER BLADE MAINTENANCE: CAUTION Stop engine and remove ignition key for safety. Wear heavy, thick gloves when holding onto cutter blade, avoid the sharp edge of the blade. Check sharpness of mower blades after every 10 hours of operation. Observe proper blade position prior to removal. 1. Safely raise front of mower. 2. Ho[...]

36 CARE AND MAINTENANCE BELTS: Check belts every 50 hours. Replace any belts found to be in poor condition. BELT TENSION: Engine to Mower Deck Belt: P/N 6111 (50”) P/N 6938 (60”) The engine to mower deck drive belts are automatically held in proper tension by springs which push the deck assembly forward and do not require any additional adjustm[...]

37 LUBRICATION: CHASSIS: (7) grease zerks used LOCATIONS: (1) each brake band shaft (1) each front wheel caster tube (1) each mower deck hub SERVICE INTERVALS: Every 50 hours of operation RECOMMENDED GREASE: Name brand wheel bearing or multi-purpose grease. Once per season or 50 hours of operation (3 pumps each). Note: Adequate lubrication of the c[...]

38 Hex Head Valve Stem Hot oil may cause burns. Allow engine to cool before draining oil. CAUTION CARE AND MAINTENANCE CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL: 1. The “Dapco” oil drain valve is located on the right side of the engine crankcase on the 1950 and on the left side of the engine crankcase on the 2300. 2. Place a suitable container under the drain va[...]

39 CARE AND MAINTENANCE OIL FILL: 1. Drain oil. 2. Clean any spilled oil from engine and chassis. 3. Refill engine with type, and quantity of oil recommended by the engine manufacturer in engine literature. OIL FILTERS: 1. Replace filter each time the oil is changed. 2. These filters can be obtained from your authorized engine dealer. Kawasaki (P/N[...]

40 CARE AND MAINTENANCE HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION OIL & FILTER SERVICE: Dirt or water in oil can ruin the hydrostatic transmissions. SERVICE INTERVALS: 1. Initial filter service - 50 hours 2. Every 250 hours or once a year thereafter. OIL REQUIREMENTS: Any high quality engine oil with an API classification of SG/CD is recommended. RECOMMENDED OI[...]

41 CARE AND MAINTENANCE HYDROSTAT OIL MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE: Check the oil level in hydrostatic transmisison oil reservoir after every 25 hours of usage. Clean the oil reservoir cap and the area around it prior to removal. Check the oil level. Oil should be approximately 1-3/8” below top of oil tank. Replenish as needed with SAE 20W-50 motor oil.[...]

42 CARE AND MAINTENANCE ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS: Keep all connections clean and tight. CLEANING THE MOWER: Wash mower periodically. Clean above and below deck. High pressure washing and alkaline based soaps can cause damage to bearings and other parts of the mower. After washing your mower, start the engine and engage the mower deck for a few minutes to[...]

43 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 5283 Link Front of lift frame Insert end of link here MOWER DECK REMOVAL: 1. Remove mower deck drive belt. To relieve belt tension, insert 5283 link (at front of lift frame) into tab illustrated below. Move lift handle into the lowest cut position. Belt can now be removed from mower deck pulley. 2. Remove front and rear deck[...]

44 CARE AND MAINTENANCE MOWER DECK LEVELING PROCEDURE: There are a total of (4) threaded adjusters which will control the attitude or pitch of the mower deck. The adjusters have locknuts on the bottom which can be turned up or down to raise or lower the front and rear of the mower deck. Deck should be level or pitched slightly higher in rear. A . P[...]

45 Left Rear Adjuster Front Adjusters CARE AND MAINTENANCE MOWER DECK LEVELING PROCEDURE (continued): D . Turn both outer blades to align with the deck in front- to-rear manner. Turn left rear adjuster nut up or down until rear of mower deck is positioned level to 1/8” higher in the rear than the side-to-side measurement. At this time, the mower [...]

46 CARE AND MAINTENANCE STEERING CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS: To adjust neutral: 1. Lift seat. 2. Block up the unit so that the drive wheels are off the ground. 3. Loosen ball joint jam nuts on control rod. Note: The front jam nuts are left hand threads. 4. With steering control arms in the “out” neutral position, start the engine and run at fast idle.[...]

47 CARE AND MAINTENANCE STEERING CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS (continued): To adjust neutral springs: 1. Loosen set screws on center spring stop collar located on the control rods. (Requires a 1/8” Allen wrench). 2. Swing control lever out. Tighten set screw on lock collar. 3. Repeat for opposite side. 4. Engage parking brake and lower seat frame. Release[...]

48 1. ENGINE WON’T TURN OVER Mower blades engaged- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -disengage blades Drive not in neutral - - - - - - move control levers to neutral “OUT” Circuit breaker trips- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -reset breaker Dead battery- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -charge or replace Solenoid- - - [...]

49 TROUBLESHOOTING 6. ENGINE RUNS BUT MOWER WON’T MOVE FORWARD Drive belt broken or slipping- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -replace drive belt Transmission oil low- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -add oil Transmission locks in free-wheel position- - - - lock position( see pg.22) Hydrostat oil filter plugged- - - - [...]

50 STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LIST 50” Deck Blades Hi-Lift - P/N 9444 (Standard) Lo-Lift - P/N 9443 Belts Engine to Mower Deck - P/N 6111 Serpentine - P/N 1300 Engine to Hydros - P/N 2469 60” Deck Blades P/N 9445 (Hi-Lift) Belts Engine to Mower Deck - P/N 6938 Serpentine Belt - P/N 6939 Engine to Hydros - P/N 2469[...]

51 OWNER INFORMATION Date Purchased _ ______________________________ Mower Model Number__________________________ Mower Serial Number ____________________________ Purchased From ___ _____________________________ Name ________________________________ Address ______________________________ DATE OIL CHANGED: DATE ENGINE TUNED: ___________________ ____[...]

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